Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at VALENTINE MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

155

Total Quantity

14.8K

NHS Cost

£701

vs National Avg

+67.7%

VALENTINE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 155 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £701 to the NHS. This is 67.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	155
Total Quantity	14,812
Total NHS Cost	£701
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+67.7%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	155 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+67.7% vs national average

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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.